Receive PSN spam - you can do that
Users can currently be showered with unwanted messages via the SpamPSN or PSNPrank website. However, there is a trick how you can stop receiving such chat messages. In this practical tip we will show you how.
Receive PSN spam - you can do that
The SpamPSN or PSNPrank service enables up to 25 messages to be sent to any PSN ID. The text can be defined yourself. The website is made to trick friends. However, if this prank annoys you, the news can also be prohibited.
- To do this, start your PlayStation and log in.
- Then move your left directional pad up to bring up the menu.
- Go to "Settings" and then to "PSN".
- Enter your PSN account information via "Privacy Settings".
- Now you can set various restrictions for the communication. By setting this to "Friends only", the PSN spam messages are blocked.
Blacklist PSN-ID and ward off spam messages
The websites also offer to have your PSN-ID blacklisted. However, this function is either chargeable or has other restrictions.
- On SpamPSN, you can blacklist your ID for a dollar.
- With PSNPrank your PSN-ID can either be written on the blacklist for seven days free of charge or for a lifetime for a fee. However, premium users can still shower you with spam messages.
In the next article, you will learn how to effectively protect your PSN account.